CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Problem
- Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. (MBUSA) is recalling certain 2021 S580 vehicles. The suction jet pump in the fuel tank may have a loose or missing nozzle, which can cause the pump to fail and result in an engine stall.
- Risk
- An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace as necessary, the fuel tank including the suction jet pump, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 26, 2021. Owners may contact MBUSA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
A fuel pump component inside the fuel tank, called the suction jet pump, may have a loose or missing nozzle. If this happens, the pump can fail, which may cause the engine to stall while you are driving. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
To fix the problem, an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer will inspect the fuel tank, including the suction jet pump, and replace parts as needed. The repair is free of charge. Owners were mailed notification letters on October 26, 2021. If you have questions, you can contact Mercedes-Benz USA customer service at 1-800-367-6372.
If you own this vehicle, check your VIN for open recalls on the NHTSA website and contact your dealer to schedule the free inspection and any needed replacement.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Mercedes-Benz S 580 | 2021 |
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